seats Peugeot 406 C 2004 User Guide

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SEAT BELTS
To adjust the height of the front seat belts Pinch control 1and slide it.
To lock the seat beltsPull the strap, then insert the buckle into the stalk. Pre-tensioning and force-limitingfront seat belts Safety in the event of a frontal impact has been improved by the introduc-tion of pre-tensioning and force-limit-ing front seat belts. Depending onthe seriousness of the impact, thepre-tensioning system instantly tight-ens the seat belt firmly against thebody of the occupant. The pre-tensioning seat belts are active when the ignition is on. The force-limiting device reduces the pressure of the seat belt against theoccupant's body in the event of anaccident. Rear seat belts The rear seats are fitted with two three-point inertia reel belts.
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To be effective, a seat belt must be tightened asclose to the body as pos-sible.
Depending on the nature and theseriousness of the impact, thepre-tensioners may be triggeredbefore and independently of theair bags. In all cases, the air bag warning light comes on. Following a collision, have the system checked by a PEUGEOT
dealer.

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HORNPress one of the spokes or the centre of the steeringwheel.
HEADLAMP ADJUSTMENT Depending on the load in your vehi- cle, adjusting the beam of the head-lamps is recommended as follows.0 - 1 or 2 people in the front seats.
Ð- 3 people.
1- 4 people.
2 - 4 people + maximum authorised load.
3 - Driver + maximum authorised load.
Initial setting is position 0. HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS Press the button, the direction indi- cators flash. They can operate with the ignition
off.
STEERING WHEEL HEIGHT
AND DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
When the vehicle is stationary, unlock the steering wheel by pullinghandle
A.
Adjust the height and depth of thesteering wheel, then lock it by push-ing handle Adown fully.
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Automatic lighting of hazard warning lights*
When braking in an emergency, depending on the force of decelera-tion, the hazard warning lights come
on automatically. They switch offautomatically the first time youaccelerate.
It is also possible to switch them off by pressing the button.
* According to destination.

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CENTRE CONSOLE
1- Front ashtrayPress the cover to open the ashtray.
To empty it, after opening, push the cover forwards.
2- Lighter Push in and wait a few moments until it springs out automatically.
3- Coin storage
4- Cup holder
5- Rear ashtray Release to empty, by pulling it sharply towards you.
To refit the ashtray, push it into its housing.
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Rear shelf compartment This is provided for the storage of a first aid kit. The catch on the lid is designed to withstand a weight of 9lbs (4 kg) onimpact.
Storage compartment between the rear seats
This also contains a cup holder.

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Disarming check This is confirmed by an indi- cator light, accompanied byan audible signal and a
message on the multifunction dis-
play. With the ignition on (2nd notch), illumination of this warning lightaccompanied by an audible signaland the message "Passenger
air bag deactivated" on the
multifunction display, indicates thatthe passenger air bag is disarmed(switch in the "OFF"position).
Disarming the passenger air bag*
To ensure the safety of your child, it is essential to disarm the pas-senger air bag when you install arear-facing child seat on the frontpassenger seat. Otherwise, the child would risk being killed or seriously injured ifthe air bag were to inflate. 
With the ignition switched off ,
insert the key into the passenger air bag disarming switch 1, turn it to the
"OFF" position, then remove the
key keeping the slot in this position.
The air bag warning light on theinstrument panel is lit throughout thedisarming process. In the "OFF" position, the passenger
air bag will not be triggered in the event of an impact. As soon as the child seat is removed, turn the air bag slot to the "ON" position
to re-activate the air bag and thusensure the safety of your passenger inthe event of an impact.
* According to destination. SIDE AIR BAGS The side air bags are incorporated into the backs of the front seats, onthe door side. They are deployed independently of
each other, on whichever side thecollision occurs.
Operating check This is confirmed by an indicator light, accompanied by an audiblesignal and a message on the multi-
function display.
If this indicator light comeson, accompanied by anaudible signal and themessage "Air bag fault"
on the multi-function dis-
play, contact a PEUGEOT dealer tohave the system checked.
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For the front and side* air bags to be fully effective, observe the following safety rules:
¥ Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
¥ Sit in a normal upright position.
¥ Do not leave anything between the occupants of the front seats and the air bags (a child, pet, object...). This could hamper the operation of the air bags or injure the occupants.
¥ All work on the air bag system is strictly forbidden unless it is carried out by qualified personnel of the PEUGEOT network.
¥ After an accident or if the vehicle has been stolen or broken into, have the air bag systems checked. Front air bags
¥ Do not drive holding the steering wheel by its spokes or resting your hands on the centre part of the wheel.
¥ Passengers must not place their feet on the fascia.
¥ Smoke as little as possible; deployment of the air bags can cause burns or the risk of injury from a cigarette or pipe.
¥ Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or hit it violently. Side air bags*
¥ Only put approved covers on the front seats. Contact your PEUGEOT dealer.
¥ Do not fix or glue anything to the front seat backs. This could cause injury to the chest or arms when the side air bag inflates.
¥ Do not sit with the upper part of the body any nearer to the door than necessary.
* According to destination.
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Disarming check This is confirmed by an indi- cator light, accompanied byan audible signal and a
message on the multifunction dis-
play. With the ignition on (2nd notch), illumination of this warning lightaccompanied by an audible signaland the message "Passenger
air bag deactivated" on the
multifunction display, indicates thatthe passenger air bag is disarmed(switch in the "OFF"position).
Disarming the passenger air bag*
To ensure the safety of your child, it is essential to disarm the pas-senger air bag when you install arear-facing child seat on the frontpassenger seat. Otherwise, the child would risk being killed or seriously injured ifthe air bag were to inflate. 
With the ignition switched off ,
insert the key into the passenger air bag disarming switch 1, turn it to the
"OFF" position, then remove the
key keeping the slot in this position.
The air bag warning light on theinstrument panel is lit throughout thedisarming process. In the "OFF" position, the passenger
air bag will not be triggered in the event of an impact. As soon as the child seat is removed, turn the air bag slot to the "ON" position
to re-activate the air bag and thusensure the safety of your passenger inthe event of an impact.
* According to destination. SIDE AIR BAGS The side air bags are incorporated into the backs of the front seats, onthe door side. They are deployed independently of
each other, on whichever side thecollision occurs.
Operating check This is confirmed by an indicator light, accompanied by an audiblesignal and a message on the multi-
function display.
If this indicator light comeson, accompanied by anaudible signal and themessage "Air bag fault"
on the multi-function dis-
play, contact a PEUGEOT dealer tohave the system checked.
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For the front and side* air bags to be fully effective, observe the following safety rules:
¥ Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
¥ Sit in a normal upright position.
¥ Do not leave anything between the occupants of the front seats and the air bags (a child, pet, object...). This could hamper the operation of the air bags or injure the occupants.
¥ All work on the air bag system is strictly forbidden unless it is carried out by qualified personnel of the PEUGEOT network.
¥ After an accident or if the vehicle has been stolen or broken into, have the air bag systems checked. Front air bags
¥ Do not drive holding the steering wheel by its spokes or resting your hands on the centre part of the wheel.
¥ Passengers must not place their feet on the fascia.
¥ Smoke as little as possible; deployment of the air bags can cause burns or the risk of injury from a cigarette or pipe.
¥ Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or hit it violently. Side air bags*
¥ Only put approved covers on the front seats. Contact your PEUGEOT dealer.
¥ Do not fix or glue anything to the front seat backs. This could cause injury to the chest or arms when the side air bag inflates.
¥ Do not sit with the upper part of the body any nearer to the door than necessary.
* According to destination.
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Fuse N¡ Rating
Functions
19 10 A Rear fog lamps.
20 10 A Rear right and front left side light.
21 10 A Rear left and front right side light.
22 10 A Lighting for glove box - Map reading light - Courtesy mirror - Front and rear courtesy
lights - Lighting for electric window control pad and electrochrome rear view mirror.
23 20 A Lighter.
24 Ð Not used.
25 20 A Audio equipment.
26 Ð Not used.
27 5 A Accessories +ve.
28 15 A Heated seats.
R5 AReplacement fuse.
R2 10 A Replacement fuse.
R3 30 A Replacement fuse.
R4 20 A Replacement fuse.
R5 15 A Replacement fuse.

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406 COUPE ACCESSORIES
For your PEUGEOT only use accessories and original parts approved by the manufacturer.
These accessories and parts are all adapted to your PEUGEOT, after being tested and approved for reliability and safety,
which PEUGEOT cannot guarantee for other products.
A wide choice of original accessories, approved by PEUGEOT, is available through the dealer network. They all carry the
PEUGEOT guarantee. Ð Security : Alarms, window engraving, wheel anti-theft devices, first aid kit, warning triangle, safety jacket, etc.
Ð Protection : Carpets, door sill protector, boot tray mat, styling strips, seat covers compatible with side air bags, protective film for bumpers.
Ð Communication : Telephone, hands-free kits, satellite navigation systems, audio equipment, CD changer, speakers.
Ð Customisation : Alloy wheels, spoiler, sports exhaust, leather gear lever knob, leather steering wheel.
Ð Comfort : Storage facilities, telephone console, armrest.
Ð Leisure pursuits : Tow bar, boot rack, snow chains.
Ð Children : Booster seats and child seats.
ÐMaintenance products :Windscreen wash fluid, internal and external cleaning and maintenance products.
Before fitting any electrical accessory to your vehicle, consult a PEUGEOT dealer.